GB Energy’s announcement last July was generally met with enthusiasm – or at the very least, interest. The notion of having a company dedicated to making the UK a clean energy superpower (their words) brought a renewed drive from businesses to consider how they could ride this journey of change. For Scotland, it was seen as a major opportunity for the private sector to invest in wind, solar and nuclear energy projects.

Fast forward six months and the move continues to underscore the country's reputation as a renewable energy hub and promises to significantly boost various industries, including construction and real estate.

We carried out research into the attitudes of Scottish business leaders around GB Energy. The responses revealed an overwhelming positivity, with 81% confident that the creation of GB Energy will deliver a positive economic impact. This is a clear indication of business........

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